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as in gall
shameless boldness
shocked by his presumption in insisting that we buy his raffle tickets
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as in assumption
something taken as being true or factual and used as a starting point for a course of action or reasoning
the presumption of innocence
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Recent Examples of presumption
If convicted in adult court, he could be sentenced to 25 years to life with a statutory presumption of release after 25 years.
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Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
Fortunately, she didn't get seriously injured as this presumption could have cost her even more.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2024
For actual unfair labor practices, there’s a wonderful thing called a federal court, with rules of evidence, a presumption of innocence, and the right to a trial by jury.
—The Editors, National Review, 18 Sep. 2024
Judges weigh the John or Jane Does’ privacy rights against the Constitution’s presumption of open courts and the defendant’s rights to defend themselves.
—Kara Scannell, CNN, 1 Nov. 2024
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Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
Fortunately, she didn't get seriously injured as this presumption could have cost her even more.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2024
For actual unfair labor practices, there’s a wonderful thing called a federal court, with rules of evidence, a presumption of innocence, and the right to a trial by jury.
—The Editors, National Review, 18 Sep. 2024
Judges weigh the John or Jane Does’ privacy rights against the Constitution’s presumption of open courts and the defendant’s rights to defend themselves.
—Kara Scannell, CNN, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presumption
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Chris Rock got a hand (and a gall bladder) from one of his old Saturday Night Live castmates this week.Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 14 Dec. 2024
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And Big Government had the gall to charge me $35 to get in?Peter Rubin, Longreads, 19 Sep. 2024
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Viewers on TikTok were able to see screenshots of messages from confused users, while the actress went on to debunk their many assumptions.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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This potential harm stems from two untested assumptions: 1.Gregory Francis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Dancing also promotes the release of endorphins, chemicals that help promote feel-good neurotransmitters (chemicals that allow nerves to communicate) and reduce unpleasant emotions.1 8.Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 7 Dec. 2024
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The incident hit a nerve in the city where there has been growing public anger over police violence, including an incident where an off-duty policeman killed a man for allegedly stealing soap from a market, Reuters reported.Abel Alvarado, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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Kudos are also due Christian Probst as a prince without a drop of royal arrogance.Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 12 Dec. 2024
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Barack Obama came across to his foes as the principle of arrogance.Philip Elliott, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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As his legal team has said before, Mr. Combs has full confidence in the facts and the integrity of the judicial process.Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The leaders of tomorrow will be those who embrace AI as a catalyst for growth, guiding their organizations with vision, agility, and confidence.William Arruda, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Joe Custer, a key individual in the case, has submitted an affidavit detailing these assurances, admitting that Haas doesn't currently have the resources to charter their own Cup Series teams, and could therefore give there's to 23XI and FRM.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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The rhythm and soundscape of Arctic life For centuries, the Inuit have relied on an assurance of ice to support their hunting lifestyles.Stephanie Hanes, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
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Some are even actually using their lunch breaks (the audacity!).B.D. Dalton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But Thriller’s audacity, quality, and universal appeal revealed the height of Jones’ powers.Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Presumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presumption. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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